Proximity sensor problem?

I've noticed lately that when I place a call, immediately after it dials it the screen goes black before I even put the phone up to my face (and no, I'm not covering the sensor). And after I end the call and pull it away from my face it remains blacked out. I have to actually slide the keyboard open to get the screen t wake up so I can either end the call when I'm done, or if I want to use speaker.

I did a search and some people are experiencing the opposite where the screen stays on and they end up pushing buttons with their face.

I've noticed lately that when I place a call, immediately after it dials it the screen goes black before I even put the phone up to my face (and no, I'm not covering the sensor). And after I end the call and pull it away from my face it remains blacked out. I have to actually slide the keyboard open to get the screen t wake up so I can either end the call when I'm done, or if I want to use speaker.

I did a search and some people are experiencing the opposite where the screen stays on and they end up pushing buttons with their face.

Anyone else experiencing this issue?

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I have the exact same problem. very annoying when you need to access the dialpad button to enter numbers for an automated answering system.

Only thing I could suggest is a factory reset to see if it is a program/app that is causing the problem or a hardware issue. The later of course would have you going to the store or calling CS (only reason I suggest the reset is because it's the FIRST things they are going to have you do or do in the store so this will save you some time).

Only thing I could suggest is a factory reset to see if it is a program/app that is causing the problem or a hardware issue. The later of course would have you going to the store or calling CS (only reason I suggest the reset is because it's the FIRST things they are going to have you do or do in the store so this will save you some time).

I am running ATK and my screen goes black almost immediately as well. However, I just have to shake the phone just a little bit and the screen comes to life. I can only speak for myself, but I like this cuz I still have to pull the phone away from my face if I'm needing to look and dial in numbers, so rattling the phone a tiny bit to bring it to life doesn't bother me.

Only thing I could suggest is a factory reset to see if it is a program/app that is causing the problem or a hardware issue. The later of course would have you going to the store or calling CS (only reason I suggest the reset is because it's the FIRST things they are going to have you do or do in the store so this will save you some time).

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You don't need to go to the store to do a factory reset...

Settings> Privacy > Factory Data Reset

Anyone else having this issue that can offer a solution?

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Please learn to read a response before adding to the discussion. I said 'the latter' (though forgot an 'l'), which in this case would be a hardware issue would require a trip to the store... not performing the reset. But thanks for playing.

As to the OP, sorry, I've tried to get mine to mess up and, while it might have a slight delay it seams to be acting as designed/intended. I used to use ATK (for the first week or so) and didn't notice anything so this sounds like a hardware failure.

Your not using a cheap screen protector or case or something are you (i.e. something that could be interfering with the sensor)?

Edit: OP are you using any sort of 'battery saving' or monitor programs (i.e. something to keep the screen dim)? I'm using screebl but I could see how a program like that could be causing this.

Only thing I could suggest is a factory reset to see if it is a program/app that is causing the problem or a hardware issue. The later of course would have you going to the store or calling CS (only reason I suggest the reset is because it's the FIRST things they are going to have you do or do in the store so this will save you some time).

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You don't need to go to the store to do a factory reset...

Settings> Privacy > Factory Data Reset

Anyone else having this issue that can offer a solution?

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:whore:
Please learn to read a response before adding to the discussion. I said 'the latter' (though forgot an 'l'), which in this case would be a hardware issue would require a trip to the store... not performing the reset. But thanks for playing.

As to the OP, sorry, I've tried to get mine to mess up and, while it might have a slight delay it seams to be acting as designed/intended. I used to use ATK (for the first week or so) and didn't notice anything so this sounds like a hardware failure.

Your not using a cheap screen protector or case or something are you (i.e. something that could be interfering with the sensor)?

Edit: OP are you using any sort of 'battery saving' or monitor programs (i.e. something to keep the screen dim)? I'm using screebl but I could see how a program like that could be causing this.

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You call me a post whore and tell me to "Please learn to read a response before adding to the discussion."? Well you apparently didn't read either since I'm both the "post whore" and the OP. :icon_ devil:

But anyway, I got rid of Advanced Task Killer and my phone has been functioning properly ever since. I'll probably shoot an email to the developer so he can look into why his program is causing this issue.

You call me a post whore and tell me to "Please learn to read a response before adding to the discussion."? Well you apparently didn't read either since I'm both the "post whore" and the OP. :icon_ devil:

But anyway, I got rid of Advanced Task Killer and my phone has been functioning properly ever since. I'll probably shoot an email to the developer so he can look into why his program is causing this issue.

, I got rid of Advanced Task Killer and my phone has been functioning properly ever since. I'll probably shoot an email to the developer so he can look into why his program is causing this issue.

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This is some great info here. Thanks for updating us.

As I said in my previous post, deleting solved this very same issue for me and I was only closing out the Browser, Market and Maps.

Thanks again for the update hacku

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There definitely appears to be a problem (be it a small one) with apps not playing well with others. Seems to be a lot of combination though (for me Home++ was working great UNTIL I UNINSTALLED ATK, then it went to hell). Understandable with Android still being relatively new but I think they need to realize this and address it via controlling the market a little better (e.g. certifying programs or something).

The problem is compounded with so many versions of the OS currently being used and 'supported.' That's another area of improvement they need in the market place (* this program confirmed with x device or x.x OS).

I've noticed lately that when I place a call, immediately after it dials it the screen goes black before I even put the phone up to my face (and no, I'm not covering the sensor). And after I end the call and pull it away from my face it remains blacked out. I have to actually slide the keyboard open to get the screen t wake up so I can either end the call when I'm done, or if I want to use speaker.

I did a search and some people are experiencing the opposite where the screen stays on and they end up pushing buttons with their face.